out of curiosity / sake of curiosity

[Larry B]

Hi,

It's my understanding that the following 3 have the same meaning. Correct ???

- Just for curiosity´s sake, .......

- Just for the sake of curiosity, ......

- Just out of curiosity, ....

Thx

 

[aurilla]

Yes, all three convey the same message.

 

[Larry B]

Hi,

When I am speaking to someone & curious about sth, can I start the dialogue with;

- Just out of curiosity, ............

Thx

 

[Larry B]

Hi

When I am speaking to someone & curious about sth, can I start the dialogue with;

- Just out of curiosity, ............

Thx

 

[Iris8]

Yes, I think that's fine to start a conversation in this way.

 

[giuggiola91]

What if "just out of curiosity" is used as an answer rather than at the beginning of the sentence?
For example: "Why are you watching that horrible movie?"
"I'm watching it just out of curiosity."
Maybe it's better to say "I'm watching it for curiosity" in this case? I don't know, I'd appreciate your help.
Thank you

 

[Bevj]

'For curiosity' does not sound right.
I would still say 'I'm watching it out of curiosity'.
However, 'for curiosity's sake' is OK.

 

[giuggiola91]

Thank you for your help